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43 Export advice
Examining the mutually beneficial relationships
between the UK’s defence and security bodies,
which are important to boosting defence exports46 Iraq and Syria: seizing the initiative
The RAF has made significant contributions to
counter-terrorism efforts in Iraq and Syria, using
both manned and unmanned platforms49 In defence of NATO
An insight into NATO’s Baltic Air Policing mission,
which has been securing the skies over the
Baltic region for more than a decade51 Interview: Air Commodore Ian Duguid
The Commander of the Typhoon Force reflects on why
it is the backbone of the RAF’s combat air capability52 Puma’s resolute support
Looking at how the RAF’s upgraded Puma Mk
is making a difference and saving lives54 Exercise Eastern Venture
As well as strengthening existing ties with partners
in the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, this exercise saw
the RAF hosted for the first time by Japan and Korea56 General Dato’ Sri Hj Affendi bin Buang
The Chief of the Royal Malaysian Air Force
on the importance of the RAF’s continued
influence in South-East Asia57 Eastern Hawk
A look back at the Red Arrows’ biggest overseas tour
in a decade, which included their debut in China21ST CENTURY CAPABILITIES
61 Equipping the future RAF
- working with DE&S
Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) works with
partners to ensure the RAF is equipped for its needs
65 Poseidon’s Trident
The versatile Boeing P-8A Poseidon will mark a
major shift in the RAF’s maritime capability
when it enters service in 202067 Interview: Vice Admiral Paul A Grosklags
The Commander of the United States Naval Air
Systems Command discusses the enhanced
capabilities offered by the P-8A Poseidon68 US MPA 2025 vision
Rear Admiral Kyle Cozad, Commander of the US Navy’s
Patrol and Reconnaissance Group, outlines the US Navy
Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Force Vision 202572 P-8A for the RAF – a cost-effective
and rapid acquisition programme
Why the UK has selected the P-8A Poseidon, plus
a look at when the Royal Air Force can expect
to take delivery of the first aircraft65
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